Express Entry Draw #267 | First Agriculture And Agri-Food Occupations

Posted On : Sep 30 , 2023 15:19 pm

Express Entry Draw:	#267
Total Number of Invitations:	600
Minimum CRS score required:	354
Date of Draw:	28th September 2023
Program Specified:	Agriculture and agri-food occupations (2023-1)

We have exciting news for all agricultural service contractors, farm supervisors, and retail and wholesale butchers! The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently conducted its #266th Express Entry Draw on 27 September for French language proficiency. The next day, 28 September, the Immigration Department published its #267th draw.

The total number of invitations issued in this draw is 600, providing a significant opportunity for individuals like you to realize your dreams of working and living in Canada. The draw, which took place on 28 September 2023, has set the minimum C.R.S. score required at 354. If you meet or exceed this score, you can receive an I.T.A. to apply for permanent residence in Canada.

The IRCC's decision to focus on the Agriculture and Agri-Food sector demonstrates the growing importance of the agriculture industry in Canada. As the world's second-largest country, Canada possesses vast agricultural lands and a strong focus on sustainable farming practices. With a booming agri-food economy, there is a high demand for skilled workers who can contribute to the growth and development of the agriculture and agri-food sector.

Canada offers numerous benefits for individuals working in the Agriculture and Agri-Food sector. From excellent career opportunities and competitive wages to a high standard of living and access to world-class education and healthcare, Canada is a country that values and supports its workers. Additionally, by settling in Canada, you will have the chance to experience its diverse culture, breathtaking landscapes, and welcoming communities.

If you are considering applying for permanent residence in Canada through the Agriculture and Agri-Food Express Entry Draw, now is the time to take action. Start by assessing your eligibility and ensuring you meet the minimum C.R.S. score of 354. If you meet the criteria and your profile is in the express entry pool, you will receive an I.T.A. to apply for Canadian PR.

Category Based Express Entry draws 2023:

Experts conclusion from last 6 category based Express Entry draws

The graph shows that the highest number of invitations were issued in the Healthcare occupations category, followed by the STEM occupations category. If we look further for healthcare job profiles and recent express entry draws specific to the healthcare industry, the C.R.S. score goes high compared to other occupations.
Jobs in the healthcare sector need a master's or Doctoral degree and more experience than other professionals.
The same followed for STEM occupations, as it is the category where scientists can get invitations to apply for Canadian PR.
The French language proficiency category also had a relatively high number of invitations. The other three categories had fewer invitations issued.

The C.R.S. cut-off score is the minimum score candidates must be invited to apply for permanent residence under the Express Entry program. The C.R.S. cut-off score varied depending on the category, with the highest cut-off score being in the French language proficiency category.

This graph provides some insights into the Canadian government's immigration priorities for 2023. The government wants to attract skilled workers in high-demand occupations like healthcare and STEM. The government is also interested in attracting candidates with strong French language skills.

Overall, this graph shows that the Canadian government is issuing a significant number of invitations to skilled workers under the Express Entry program in 2023. This is good news for immigrants looking to move to Canada and build a new life.

Express Entry Draw Conclusion:

This Category-based express entry draw was explicitly for the Agriculture and agri-food occupations category and the first express entry draw for this particular category. Canada has invited 86,048 Express Entry candidates through the Express Entry program, including Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Class, and Skilled Trade Class, per the latest Express Entry draw #267.

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